Cooking Equipment

bacon press  Substitutes: cast iron skillet

double boiler = bain marie Substitutes:  set a heavy pot in a pan half-filled with water OR microwave oven (this is the preferred way to melt chocolate; use medium power)

stainless steel cookware Substitutes:  glass cookware OR enamel cookware (Warning: aluminum, copper, and iron cookware can react with acids in foods and alter their flavor and color)